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Thursday, February 17, 2022

Knitting A Baby Blanket and Scarf, World War II Audio Books, and Horses!

 

The Blue corner to corner baby blanket is growing.  The white section is now done, and blended into light blue which has blended into the darker blue currently.  It now measurers 30 inches a side and 48 inches in diameter while on the needles (that often changes a bit), and has 154 stitches on the needle.  We're not yet at the decreasing point...not sure how large I want to make it...it's an eyeball thing for me.  Most people that make baby blankets go for about 30-36 inches.  Mine are always larger, more a crib size or afghan size vs "baby size".  Only time will tell.  I'm happy to see the shading changes.


The Buckeye Scarf (bottom in the picture), has been waiting in the wings for a while.  I started it just around Thanksgiving, then put it aside when I was started working on The Blanket of Many Colors.  Decided it was time to bring it out again, and I like to have projects to switch back and forth between.  As I mentioned above size to me is an eyeball thing.  This Buckeye Scarf will be a gift for a friend who's an avid Buckeye Fan.  I knew it wasn't currently large enough but wanted to compare to a scarf I made myself awhile back with the same pattern.  I like these asymmetrical scarves.  More fun to make than a regular scarf; and perhaps a bit dressier when worn.  The wing measurement is currently 37 inches (the previous one I made is 56 inches), it's 8 inches at it's widest part, while the completed one measures 10 inches.  The width of The Buckeye Scarf will probably be a bit wider on completion, as the yarn is a bit heavier.

Still in WWII mode....this book, "Unbroken" by Laura Hillenbrand is hard to put down.  The book was a best seller and has in fact been turned into a movie, though I've not seen the movie.  This is a true story of Louis Zamperini, his participation in The Berlin Olympics, joining The ARmy Air Force and being a downed pilot.  The courage, hope, and endurance of men against severe conditions and horrible brutality is a testament to the human soul.  I highly recommend this book.


 One of many scenes I've enjoyed these past couple of months as I walk and or ride my bike.  The loop is just over 3 miles through beautiful Sea Pines Plantation in Hilton Head.  Hubby and I have really enjoyed our time away from The Ohio Winter.  I've not made a counting yet for my planks, bike rides, walks, or yoga for the current month of February to compare to January, but my gut feeling is it's less.  We've had some super windy days with cool temps which have lessen my exercising.  I need to pick up the pace with just a week left here before heading back to cold Ohio.


 

20 comments:

  1. I always used to work on one project at a time but these days I have quite a few things on the go at any one time. As you say, it's good to have projects to switch between as the mood takes us. It looks like a lovely area to walk or ride, though I'd definitely get waylaid by the horses.

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    1. Many people do get waylaid by the horses. They stop to watch, take pictures etc.

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  2. Both the baby blanket and the scarf look beautiful.
    I saw the movie, it's set in Japan. I liked it very much.
    That is a beautiful place to walk/ride through. The horses look very friendly.

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    1. The horses get lots of attention, and hand outs, lol. I need to watch the movie, enjoyed the book so much.

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  3. All your needlework is moving along nicely. And the book, I've had it in my hands a couple times to purchase (at used book store) but have yet to buy it. I've seen the movie thi.

    I'd be outdoors enjoying scenery like that daily!

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    1. I hear ya on being outside to enjoy the scenery. We've been out as much as possible and really enjoying it. Try the library, better pricing even then a used book store, lol.

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  4. What a beautiful selection of yarn for both projects.
    OH my word to be able to ride or walk by those gorgeous horses would be such a treat.
    Hugs Cecilia

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    1. Cecilia, the route I've walked and ridden truly is nice. Lots of great old trees, winding pathways, lots of wildlife to enjoy as well.

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  5. I haven't been working on any craft projects lately.
    Coffee is on and stay safe

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    1. Sipping coffee as we speak. Bring on the projects.

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  6. Hello, I have read the book. I then read it aloud to my teen age sons. VERY POWERFUL story.
    Thank you for sharing!
    Carla

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    1. Glad you read the book and that you read it to you teen age sons. I too thought it was a very powerful book, on several fronts.

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  7. Love the scarves. The Buckeye scarf is a beautiful colour combination.

    God bless.

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    1. Thank you Jackie, the team colors are fun to work with and very popular in my neck of the woods.

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  8. Sandy: You are so Blessed to be able to get away from the cold weather.
    The baby blanket is a beautiful blue.
    Nice scarves.
    The book on your site is one I will introduce to our ladies' book club.
    I am sooo looking forward to riding my bike, soon the snow will melt, and I can sit outdoors with coffee and a book.

    Catherine

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    1. Absolutely, sit outside with coffee and a book...hopefully soon. I am indeed blessed to get away from the cold and the snow.

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  9. I'm generally a one-at-a-time project crocheter but right now I have three things going. As you say, it's nice to switch it up when there are no deadlines (self-imposed usually). Love the corner to corner baby. The color change is lovely. I'm glad you're having a break from the cold. Here in Louisiana it's cold one day and hot the next. We never know if we'll be using the heater or the a/c. :-)

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    1. You really have had weird weather this year. I've noticed it on the reports. Enjoy those good days. Thanks for the visit.

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  10. Good luck with your latest knitting projects, Sandy. Unbroken is an amazing book. Loved it. The movie wasn't as great but there are some good documentaries out there about Louie. Take care.

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    1. Thanks! I'll make an effort to find some of those documentaries about Louis. I truly loved the book.

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